Oshkosh Corporation (OSK)vsUnifirst Corporation (UNF)
OSK
Oshkosh Corporation
$137.93
+2.79%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $7.84B
UNF
Unifirst Corporation
$251.14
+0.30%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.76B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Oshkosh Corporation generates 326% more annual revenue ($10.61B vs $2.49B). OSK leads profitability with a 5.2% profit margin vs 4.7%. UNF appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.42. OSK earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 52/100 (C-).
OSK
Buy52
out of 100
Grade: C-
UNF
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for OSK.
Margin of Safety
-38.9%
Fair Value
$169.22
Current Price
$251.14
$81.92 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
5.2% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Earnings declined 7.6%
Expensive relative to growth rate
3.9% revenue growth
ROE of 6.3% — below average capital efficiency
4.7% margin — thin
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : OSK
The strongest argument for OSK centers on Debt/Equity, P/E Ratio, Price/Book.
Bull Case : UNF
The strongest argument for UNF centers on Debt/Equity, Altman Z-Score, Price/Book.
Bear Case : OSK
The primary concerns for OSK are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Bear Case : UNF
The primary concerns for UNF are PEG Ratio, Revenue Growth, Return on Equity. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 4.7% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
OSK carries more volatility with a beta of 1.26 — expect wider price swings.
OSK is growing revenue faster at 6.7% — sustainability is the question.
OSK generates stronger free cash flow (349M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
OSK scores higher overall (52/100 vs 42/100). Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Oshkosh Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · FARM & HEAVY CONSTRUCTION MACHINERY · USA
Oshkosh Corporation designs, manufactures and markets specialty vehicles and bodies worldwide. The company is headquartered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Unifirst Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · SPECIALTY BUSINESS SERVICES · USA
UniFirst Corporation provides workplace uniforms and protective work clothing in the United States, Europe, and Canada. The company is headquartered in Wilmington, Massachusetts.
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